Welcoming weddings as well as artists, singers, cooking schools, book clubs, non profits and business groups to utilize the beautiful grounds and areas of The Hillside Inn of Ephraim.
As the new owner of the Hillside, it is Diane Taillon‘s primary focus to find new and creative ways to open this classic inn to tourists and residents alike as a true boutique hotel. The Inn features five beautiful suites (four with water views) plus two cottages with fireplaces and elegant bathrooms. The luxurious Hillside Inn of Ephraim, located in the heart of one of Door County’s most picturesque villages, reopened in January, 2016 after a complete renovation. Careful attention was paid to preserving the original integrity and simplicity of this white-painted landmark, one that has welcomed travelers to Door County since the late 1800’s.
The Inn is one of the most iconic buildings in Ephraim and Door County, making it the centerpiece of almost every photo taken of the Ephraim village landscape. The restored historical inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places with all the amenities of a luxury hotel and was one of the first hotels ever in Ephraim. The Inn is lovingly owner-operated by Diane Taillon with assistance from Carrie Counihan and Carol Schalla. Her team also runs Diane’s luxury real estate company, Arbor Crowne Properties, with offices located in The Hillside.
The unique characteristics found at Stone’s Throw Winery allow them to accommodate your wedding with quite a unique flair.
Sharing their passion and knowledge for wine has been their “goal” since opening in 1997. Indoors or out on the grounds, their event spaces offer something special and will cater to an array of styles and budgets. Contact them to schedule a private viewing.
Garden Gables is located on five, picturesque acres outside of Sister Bay, Wisconsin – the perfect backdrop for your special event!
After successfully hosting their own wedding with more than 400 guests in June, 2014 it was a “no-brainer” as to what owners James and Kayla Larsen should do with their restored farm property. Garden Gables Farm now offers a gorgeous and whimsical wedding event setting for couples who seek the unusual.
“There is always a beautiful cross breeze and so many trees surrounding the property, making it so quiet and peaceful. In the summer, there’s a water feature and stream that is constantly running which you can hear in the backdrop. That, paired with the lovely trellis and gazebo, is truly a magical setting,” says Door County Today’s reporter, Laurel Ciohon.
The Alpine Resort on the shoreline of Door County, provides a classically beautiful Door County setting for your special day.
Your wedding party will enjoy breathtaking views of the waters of Green Bay, gorgeous woodland scenery and the scenic beauty that Egg Harbor provides as a lovely backdrop for your wedding photos.
The Alpine’s Hof Restaurant is well-suited for a charming wedding reception and your guests will dance the night away in its spacious rooms overlooking the bay.
Björklunden vid Sjön, Swedish for “Birch Grove at the Lake” (but commonly translated to “Birch Forest by the Water”), is a 425-acre estate on the Lake Michigan shore just south of Baileys Harbor in Door County, Wisconsin. A place of great beauty and serenity, the estate was bequeathed to Lawrence University in 1963 by Donald and Winifred Boynton of Highland Park, Illinois.
Following a 2007 expansion project, the splendid two-story, 37,000-square-foot lodge contains a great room, multi-purpose and seminar rooms, dining room and kitchen, as well as 22 guest rooms. There are two lakeside decks, a second-story observation deck, an elevator and a computer lab. The entire facility has wireless Internet access and plenty of parking.
The fee for weddings and receptions is $2,750.
The home and grounds of Jim and Carole Maronek in Ellison Bay, is a collection of antique buildings set within 15 acres of woods and meadows, unified by a Russian theme (Carole’s parents were from Byelorussia) – an exquisite spot for a distinctive and memorable Door County wedding.
The centerpiece is their barn, built in 1998 and registered as “Ellison Wonderland, LLC” itself a collection of reclaimed barns and salvaged materials. The surrounding gardens and outdoor artwork are exquisite. They each represent the passion of Carole and jim, respectively. Jim came to Door County after a successful career as set designer for Chicago’s Goodman Theater and he has not stopped creating sets and settings, wall murals and sculpture. Carole’s plants and gardens are a living work of art. The public is welcome to visit during regular gallery hours and the Maronek’s offer the cottages for rent as well as their reception barn.
Your wedding day may be in December or May. You may be dreaming big or small, afternoon or evening, traditional or decidedly not. Whatever you decide, the staff at Stone Harbor Resort will help you make your dream a reality. For more information and special pricing, please contact Sales Manager, Meredith Templin.
Harbor Ballroom Rental
- 5,047 square feet of space
- Seats 300 guests comfortably
- Setup includes:
- Classic white linens
- Skirted head table
- Guest book table
- Cake table
- Dance floor
- Microphone for head table
North Lawn Rental (call for setup options)
- Water view Includes:
- White Wedding Arch
- White chairs
Other spaces
In addition to the large spaces, Stone Harbor has a variety of other rooms and areas that can be used for smaller ceremonies, showers, cocktail receptions, etc.
Special Discounts
- 10% discount on guest accommodations.
- Complimentary room for wedding couple with room block of 50 or more.
- Special discounts for weekday weddings (Monday thru Thursday).
Food & Beverages
Welcome to the Florian II, a true Door County Supper Club landmark for more than 5o years.
Plan to have your wedding or your rehearsal in Florian’s spacious lounge and dining room, which features a beautiful view of Lake Michigan. Providing dining excellence in steaks, prime rib and seafood since 1956, four generations of Kwaterskis have made Florian II’s Lakeshore Supper Club one of the Peninsula’s most successful family-owned and operated businesses.
The Chapel is located in the Heritage Village at Crossroads at Big Creek.
The Chapel is available for rental along with several other optional buildings. The Chapel seats 40-50 people and the fee for weddings is $250. Additional fees are as follows:
Rehearsal or set up the day before – $50/hr
Before 9 am and after 8 pm – $ 50/hr
Setting up a tent – $50/tent
Other buildings are available for small groups. Please contact the Historical Society for more information.
The Boynton Chapel is a small wooden chapel built in a late 12th-century Norwegian stave church (stavkirke) style. Handcrafted by Winifred and Donald Boynton between 1939 and 1947 on the grounds of their summer residence, the chapel is modeled after the Garmo stave church at Maihaugen in Lillehammer, Norway. A popular site for weddings and a favorite stop among Door County tourists, the chapel contains 41 hand-painted frescoes and numerous exceptionally fine carved-wood furnishings.
The chapel is a seasonal building, so although it is available year-round, the temperature inside the building is the same as the temperature outside. The chapel accommodates 36 people sitting in pews. The lighting of candles or use of electric equipment (i.e. space heaters) is not allowed in the chapel. Battery operated candles and boom boxes are permitted.
Lawrence University’s fee for the use of the Björklunden chapel is $425. This fee is for use of the chapel only; there are no facilities for dressing, handling groups if it rains, or public restrooms. There is a two-hour time limit that must be strictly adhered to, as we often have multiple services on the same day.
At the center of beautiful Door County, Simon Creek Vineyard and Winery lies directly astride the 45 degree north parallel; you couldn’t ask for a better vineyard and winery site.
Simon Creek Winery is a state of the art wine producing facility, where the pleasures of wine and food are as important to them as their rich history and winemaking practices. They cordially invite you to visit and take a free tour.
Maxwelton Braes Lodge provides a fabulous place to host a wedding of almost any size.
Enjoy their historic lodge that was built in the early 1900’s, complete with lodging accommodations for up to 95 of your guests. Vintage Fairway Suites, one- and two-bedroom Lodge Suites, deluxe Lodge Rooms, basic Lodge Rooms and two, large, off-site homes for groups of up to 18 persons, Maxwelton Braes Lodge also has a restaurant, a bar and a private event area. The Event Room consists of the entire second floor (seats up to 175), and features a dance floor and cocktail area with a large private bar.
Maxwelton Braes Lodge has a large outdoor patio and expansive grounds overlooking the adjacent golf course. You will find it to be the perfect spot for your various outdoor needs. Use the patio for cocktails, dinner and even dancing under the Door County stars – it can easily be tented for protection, so your outdoor guest list is unlimited.
Their premier on site-cater is Pasta Vino. Their sister restaurant, is the Award Winning Steak House – Chop, which is also available for your dining needs or rehearsal dinner. They will tailor a menu, as well as a beverage package, for your specific event.
The Ashbrooke offers the perfect quiet wedding venue for adults only.
If you are looking for a picturesque setting for your wedding or to renew your wedding vows, this is the place.
…a family-owned winery and farm market in Door County, Wisconsin.
Since 1955, the Lautenbach family has been planting, harvesting and producing quality fruit products in Door County, Wisconsin. Situated on 100 acres of blossoming orchards and lush vineyards, the family estate is home to a winery, cider mill and farm market. Established in 1985, the winery resides in a restored dairy barn and produces most of its award-winning wines from fruits grown on the property. Estate-grown fruits include cherries, apples, grapes, raspberries, and pears. Several styles of wine are offered for complimentary tasting and purchase, ranging from dry to sweet, pure fruit and grape varietals, in addition to sparkling and spiced.
As the largest waterfront resort in Door County, Rowleys Bay Resort accommodates and caters to your wedding plan.
The atmosphere is casual, relaxed and friendly. With their banquet hall, meeting rooms, restaurant, pub, bakery, pool, fitness room, game room and other amenities all under one roof, families and groups feel safe and connected. They host conferences, group tours, charity events, retreats, family reunions, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and other special events.
Birch Creek is a natural wedding venue that uses the Dutton Concert Barn, a truly amazing backdrop and shelter for your wedding.
Booking your wedding or other event at Birch Creek will not only provide a vintage scene for your wedding, but also help to support advanced young musicians who attend the Birch Creek Music Performance Center during the summer music academy.
Washington Island is a beautiful location for a wedding, and the Scandinavian Stavkirke Church constructed based on a 12th century Stavkirke in Borgund, Norway, is a wonderfully unique setting for a wedding.
If your wedding will be attended by more than 38, wedding party and guests can be accommodated in Trinity Lutheran, the main church which is located across the street. The pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church is also pastor of the Stavkirke and is responsible for presiding at all worship services, weddings and baptisms. Visiting clergy may assist at the sole discretion of the Trinity pastor.
On the dock, in front of the fountain, whether it is just the two of you or you are joined by a small group of family and friends, Country House Resort has the perfect spot for your special ceremony.
In addition to the breathtaking setting and accommodations, their staff specializes in providing your wedding party with the assistance and personal attention required to make your day perfect. They are happy to assist you with flowers, cake, champagne …if you have a special request or idea, feel free to speak with Amy, their manager and they will be happy to follow through with assistance.
Distinctive waterfront dining and a superb venue for your wedding in the heart of Door County!
Mr. G’s is the classic Door County supper club environment, one that can host your wedding event whether it’s large or small.
The Banquet Hall is one of the largest in Door County and is a great place for medium to large weddings or events. With seating up to 400, featuring two bars, a full stage for DJ’s or live bands, Mr. G’s is located right next door to their Logan Creek Restaurant, a more intimate setting, The Broadway Bar, seats 40 people along with four cocktail tables and a fireplace. Mr. G’s newest addition is the Logan Creek Library Bar, that features a card table, two cocktail tables, a small bar and a comfortable sitting area with a leather couch and chairs. It is also available for rent alone and is perfect for a small gathering such as a wedding shower, birthday party or family get-together.
Their meals are some of the best served in Door County. They’ve hosted hundreds of weddings and celebrations over their 38 years in business. They will work with you to make sure your special day is everything you want it to be and more! Call today to schedule your reception and they will guarantee that you and your guests will enjoy this historic establishment.